1958 Austin-Healey 100 vs. 1979 Peugeot 505
To start off, 1979 Peugeot 505 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Austin-Healey 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Austin-Healey 100 would be higher. At 2,639 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Austin-Healey 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Austin-Healey 100 (101 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1979 Peugeot 505. (95 HP @ 4150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Austin-Healey 100 should accelerate faster than 1979 Peugeot 505. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Peugeot 505 weights approximately 220 kg more than 1958 Austin-Healey 100.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Peugeot 505 (206 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin-Healey 100. (142 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1979 Peugeot 505 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Austin-Healey 100.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Austin-Healey 100 | 1979 Peugeot 505 | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Peugeot |
Model | 100 | 505 |
Year Released | 1958 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2639 cc | 2498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 95 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4150 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2750 mm |